Maine
Pronunciation: [ m-AYN ]
Maine is a girl baby name. Ranked #13,726 in the US, popular nicknames include Mai, May, and Maiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #13,726
- Total SSA Count
- 9
Nicknames
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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About the Name Maine
Maine is a girl name .
Maine is currently ranked #13,726 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Maine include Mai, May, and Maiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
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